After Rao Inderjit, Daughter Aarti stakes claims BJP Victory in Haryana

Haryana  In a striking political assertion, Haryana Cabinet Minister Aarti Rao, daughter of senior BJP leader and Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, has claimed that it was her family that played a pivotal role in bringing the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) to power in Haryana. Speaking with visible pride and conviction, Aarti Rao emphasized the behind-the-scenes efforts that she and her father made to build the political momentum that ultimately led to the BJP forming the government in the state.

“We created the wave. Nobody thought BJP would ever form a government in Haryana. But we believed, we worked, and we turned the tide,” said Aarti, a national level shooting  champion,  addressing supporters during a recent public interaction. Her statement comes at a time when internal dynamics within the Haryana BJP are under public scrutiny, making her remarks all the more significant.

This statement by Aarti Rao echoes sentiments earlier expressed by her father Rao Inderjit Singh, who has also been vocal about the family’s longstanding contribution to the BJP’s growth in the region. Inderjit, a veteran politician with deep influence in southern Haryana, especially in the Ahirwal belt, has been credited with consolidating support for the party at a time when its presence in the state was minimal.

Aarti Rao, currently serving as a minister in the Haryana government, has grown into a prominent political figure in her own right. Her rising visibility and recent comments suggest an effort to assert the political relevance of the Rao family ahead of the upcoming elections. Political observers believe this could also be a subtle reminder to the BJP leadership of the family’s value and influence, especially at a time when factionalism and ticket distribution are becoming contentious issues.

Sources within the BJP, while acknowledging the Rao family’s contribution, maintain that the party’s success in Haryana was a result of collective efforts, including a broader national trend that favored the BJP under Narendra Modi’s leadership. “The 2014 Modi wave was real. Local leaders added strength, no doubt, but the groundwork laid by the national team also deserves credit,” said a senior BJP functionary on condition of anonymity.

Despite the differing views, what remains clear is that the Rao family has become a central player in Haryana’s political discourse. With both father and daughter commanding influence, their combined presence continues to shape narratives within and beyond the BJP.

Political analysts suggest that Aarti’s comments could also signal her readiness to take on larger responsibilities in the coming days. “This kind of statement is not just reflective; it’s aspirational. It shows she’s positioning herself for a bigger role,” said a senior journalist covering Haryana politics.

As Haryana gears up for the next electoral season, statements like these are bound to stir conversation and potentially reshape political alignments. Whether the Rao family’s claims resonate with voters remains to be seen, but their role in shaping the BJP’s journey in Haryana is undeniable.